Curated by Shave Compass, shipped directly from WhollyKaw.
SHAVE COMPASS BEARING
One of the fullest fougere structures in the territory, and one of the woodiest. Lavender, oakmoss, and tonka anchor the classic frame, while guaiac wood, agarwood, and vetiver push it toward darker territory. Monaco Royale sits at the edge of the territory where Fougere Forever begins to give way to Shadow and Smoke.
ARTISAN DESCRIPTION
Introducing our first Donkey Milk offering in the tallow version of the soap.
What is Donkey Milk?
Donkey milk was used in Ancient Egypt and Cleopatra bathed in donkey milk and her beauty was reported by many writers of that time.
A more scientific approach and skincare science now validates the use of donkey milk for skin care. Donkey milk contains a high amount of proteins, lactoglobulins, calcium, potassium, phosphorus and magnesium. It also contains significant levels of vitamin C, pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), and vitamin B9. It has skin nourishing properties, rich in proteins, minerals, Omega-3 and -6 fatty acids and vitamins. Its ingredients have been studied in research for collagen and anti-aging activity.
What are the benefits?
Skin nourishment, enhancement of skin moisturization, and protection against free radical production. Components contained in the milk are biocompatible with the human skin and easily absorbed. Lysine contained in the milk contribute to increasing skin vitality.
Updates to the Vegan formulation:
We have incorporated non-GMO Soybean Glycerides and Shea Butter Unsaponifiables to the vegan formulation.
100% vegetable alternative to Lanolin. Soybean glycerides and an unsaponifiable fraction of shea butter are combined to meet the need for a long lasting film-forming, moisturizing agent. This is in addition to Jojoba Oil and raw Shea Butter. The outcome of this change is in the post shave experience where it leaves the skin with a soft and silky feel, differentiated hydration and long lasting moisturizing agent.
Donkey Milk is not part of the composition of the vegan formulation.
Scent notes:
Top notes: Lavender, Bergamot, Neroli, Petitgrain
Middle notes: Oakmoss, Cedarwood, Tonka Bean, Ambergris*
Base notes: Guaiacwood, Agarwood, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Labdanum and Musk
*synthetic version of ambergris is used.
INGREDIENTS
Tallow Version
Potassium Stearate, Sodium Stearate, Aqua, Donkey Milk, Glycerin, Potassium Tallowate, Sodium Tallowate, Potassium Ricinoleate, Sodium Ricinoleate, Potassium Shea Butterate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Garcinia Indica (Kokum) Butter, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Butter, Lanolin, Fragrance
Vegan Version
Potassium Stearate, Sodium Stearate, Aqua, Glycerin, Potassium Ricinoleate, Sodium Ricinoleate, Potassium Mango Stearate, Sodium Mango Stearate, Potassium Shea Butterate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Garcinia Indica (Kokum) Butter, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Butter, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyquaternium-10, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract, Soybean Glycerides, Shea Butter Unsaponifiables, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance
USAGE DIRECTIONS
Step 1: Wet your shaving brush thoroughly.
Step 2: Swirl the brush around in the jar of shaving soap or cream for 30 seconds, or until a thick, creamy paste forms on the brush
Step 3: To continue building the lather, add dribbles of water and swirl the brush on your face or in a lathering bowl. Apply the lather to the face.
WARNINGS
Discontinue use if there is a reaction or if irritation occurs. This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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READ THE FORMULATION + LATHER NOTES
Ingredient sourcing, base details, and scent profile on the Monaco Royale learn page.
